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Companionship wanted: Quentin's cricket and a cup of tea

Quentin lives alone and has no family nearby; a weekly hour of conversation would transform the week.

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ S4Z 6H6, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada918 views
Isabelle Camille Guillaume
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Saskatoon
I'm writing for my neighbor Quentin, who's 77. Quentin lives alone in Saskatoon, and lost a son last year. The nearest family lives on the other side of the country. Quentin loves cricket, and would enjoy someone to chat with. An hour a week, perhaps on Tuesday afternoon, would mean the world. We can also arrange a phone call if you can't visit in person. All visitors will be introduced by me and I'll be there at the first meeting. I'll share references and, if you'd like, a short orientation from the local befriending charity. No special skills are needed - just kindness and patience. I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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1 hour a week
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In person in Saskatoon
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kindness, patience
#companionship#elderly#visiting

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  • Mulu Konjit Gebremariam ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡น

    I live about 5 km from Saskatoon. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need!

  • Chaminda Gayan Ekanayake ๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ID verifiedAccepted

    i live about 11 km from Saskatoon. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Flexible on timing.

  • Siyabonga W. Nkosi ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Photo verified

    I live about 16 km from Saskatoon. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need.

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  • Pradeep M. Bansal

    sending good thoughts, Isabelle. Get well soon.

    • Samina Afshan RanaPhoto verified

      Praying for you. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. We're a small family in London but we're thinking of you.

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